First Game

[Timmo]

I have got my first competitive game in my local league tonight and just wondered if anyone has got any tips to help me.

[Harv]

Have fun, just enjoy it and go for your shots :snooker:

[ste bed]

just play your own game relax dont be scared of taking your shots on but good safety too and enjoy it. i remember my 1st league match 13 years ago now i was very nervous it takes a while to get used to playing in a league.

[jrc750]

I would say - if in any doubt about a pot, make a run for safety and make him sweat

[Harv]

Its in a league game where you discover if you have any sort of safety game! lol

There are quite a few players in our league who don't make big breaks etc, but will tie you up in safetys and snookers all night,

[mick.hinde]

tonights match

good luck tonight, and enjoy! Just concentrate on your action so that the nerves of the moment don't take over. Try letting your breath out before the shot. I find that helps the nerves but most importantly enjoy the game and being part of the team!

[Neil Taperell]

Just play the table . Don't worry about what your opponent does.
Keep it tight and play your shots .
And as the others say ....just enjoy it.
I've played league snooker for 20years and you meet some great people.I always look forward to a Tuesday night league match.

[snookerfan91]

Focus and don't rush your shots try not to let the pressure get to you and enjoy it.

[cantpotforshíte]

Make sure you've made your mind up about a shot (The whole shot - object ball and cue ball position) before you get down.
And, as I'm pleased to see that everybody else has mentioned: Enjoy it!
Have a good night.

[Freddie Ng]

There are some articles at maximum break,that taught you how to maintain your clamness and prepare you before the match.

http://www.maximumbreak.com/tutorial...ion=Psychology

http://www.maximumbreak.com/tutorial...r%20Management


Cheers.

[missneworleans]

Remember my first tournament could I lead one of the favourites 2-1
Missed so many chances and went on to lose 2-6
Then I won one 6-4 and lost the next 3-6 but I enjoyed my game anyway hope you do too

[snookerfan91]

Enjoying the game is a huge factor in snooker :P

[mick.hinde]

re first league match

how did you get on? Did you enjoy it?